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5 reports across 1 year
During May 2026, conflict activity was concentrated in Magway, Bago, Sagaing, Chin, and Rakhine. Magway recorded the highest number of clashes and house burnings, Bago had the most aerial assaults, and Sagaing saw the highest civilian death and arrest totals.
During April 2026, conflict was concentrated in Mandalay, Sagaing, Bago, with airstrikes, clashes, arrests, and arson recorded across multiple regions. Civilian deaths were highest in Sagaing, while property destruction was most severe in Mandalay.
During March 2026, conflict was concentrated in Sagaing, Magway, Mandalay, with airstrikes, clashes, arrests, and arson recorded across multiple regions. Civilian deaths were highest in Sagaing, while property destruction was most severe in Sagaing.
In February 2026, conflict intensified across Myanmar with a significant increase in aerial assaults and clashes, particularly in Karen State and Sagaing Region. The Military Council suffered heavy personnel losses in Southern Shan State while continuing widespread arson and arrest campaigns in Mandalay and Sagaing.
This report summarizes documented conflict incidents for January 2026 based on local media and research sources.